Peptides
Peptides
Peptides are short chains of amino acids with many biological functions, such as assisting in cell-to-cell communication, tissue repair, and hormone regulation. While the human body naturally has peptides, they can be prepared specifically for health and wellness. Among medical and aesthetic applications, peptides are the most versatile. They have essential roles in promoting athletic recovery, reducing pain, improving longevity and sexual health, and being helpful in the management of weight. They are instrumental in skincare, where they catalyze collagen production and enhance skin elasticity, thus decreasing the perception of fine lines and wrinkles in the skin. Clinically, they boost muscle recovery, increase immune strength, and contribute to healthier improvements.
Peptide treatments in West Des Moines, IA, provide a personalized approach for people looking forward to improving skin health, accelerating recovery, or optimizing general wellness. These treatments are available for men and women, targeting any range of needs, from fighting the signs of aging to an enhanced physical vitality level. Results can often be realized within weeks, depending on what kind of peptide and with what kind of goals are set. To indulge in the rejuvenating, restorative powers of peptides, book your appointment with Lush Aesthetics & Wellness in West Des Moines, IA, today.
Peptides We Offer
Peptide therapy aids cells in performing their specific function optimally. Since there are specific peptides that trigger certain functions in the body, there are so many peptide therapies. We are thrilled to offer you peptide treatments that can precisely target your health goals. Below are some of the most popular peptides we have:
Peptide PT-141 is prescribed for sexual dysfunction in men and hypoactive sexual desire disorder in women. Different from Viagra and Cialis, PT-141 directly affects the nervous system, promoting the activity of neurons in the hypothalamus region of the brain and stimulating sexual desire. PT-141 is helpful to patients who fail with other medications. PT-141 increases thoughts and arousal to sex, heightens sensitivity, and gives a richer sexual experience.
Benefits:
- Increased libido and sexual desire
- Strengthened erections in men
- Increased vaginal lubrication and sensitivity
- Enhanced mood and sexual stimulation
- Greater sexual gratification
Sermorelin is a growth hormone-releasing peptide (GHRP) that stimulates the pituitary gland to produce more human growth hormone (HGH). Human growth hormones decrease with age, causing the metabolism to slow down, muscles to shrink, and signs of aging to appear. Sermorelin helps increase energy levels, fat metabolism, and tissue repair, giving an overall boost to vitality.
Benefits:
- Stimulates natural HGH production
- Enhances fat metabolism and muscle recovery
- Improves sleep quality and cognitive function
- Strengthens the immune system
- Supports youthful skin and tissue repair
Pentadeca Arginate is a very effective peptide with the intrinsic ability to repair tissues and regenerate. It heals wounds, promotes muscle recovery, and decreases inflammation. It is especially helpful for faster recovery after trauma and for improving joint and muscle health.
Benefits:
- It accelerates wound and tissue healing.
- Reduces inflammation and pain
- Helps in the recovery of joints and muscles
- It improves overall physical performance
TB-500 is a synthetic analog of the natural peptide Thymosin Beta-4, which has been proven to be associated with cell regeneration and repair. It is applied in sports medicine and anti-aging therapies to accelerate healing, reduce inflammation, and improve tissue repair.
Benefits:
- Speeds up recovery from injuries and surgeries
- Reduces inflammation and pain
- Improves muscle growth and flexibility
- Supports cardiovascular health and blood vessel formation
Tesamorelin is a growth hormone-releasing peptide (GHRP) that specifically targets visceral fat reduction and metabolic function. It stimulates the pituitary gland to release natural HGH, which enhances fat metabolism, muscle tone, and cognitive function.
Benefits:
- Reduces abdominal fat
- Enhances metabolism and energy levels
- Improves muscle tone and definition
- Supports cognitive function and memory
- Strengthens cardiovascular health
PT-141: The Sexual Wellness Peptide
Peptide PT-141 is prescribed for sexual dysfunction in men and hypoactive sexual desire disorder in women. Different from Viagra and Cialis, PT-141 directly affects the nervous system, promoting the activity of neurons in the hypothalamus region of the brain and stimulating sexual desire. PT-141 is helpful to patients who fail with other medications. PT-141 increases thoughts and arousal to sex, heightens sensitivity, and gives a richer sexual experience.
Benefits:
- Increased libido and sexual desire
- Strengthened erections in men
- Increased vaginal lubrication and sensitivity
- Enhanced mood and sexual stimulation
- Greater sexual gratification
Sermorelin: Boosts Growth Hormone & More
Sermorelin is a growth hormone-releasing peptide (GHRP) that stimulates the pituitary gland to produce more human growth hormone (HGH). Human growth hormones decrease with age, causing the metabolism to slow down, muscles to shrink, and signs of aging to appear. Sermorelin helps increase energy levels, fat metabolism, and tissue repair, giving an overall boost to vitality.
Benefits:
- Stimulates natural HGH production
- Enhances fat metabolism and muscle recovery
- Improves sleep quality and cognitive function
- Strengthens the immune system
- Supports youthful skin and tissue repair
Pentadeca Arginate: The Regenerative Peptide
Pentadeca Arginate is a very effective peptide with the intrinsic ability to repair tissues and regenerate. It heals wounds, promotes muscle recovery, and decreases inflammation. It is especially helpful for faster recovery after trauma and for improving joint and muscle health.
Benefits:
- It accelerates wound and tissue healing.
- Reduces inflammation and pain
- Helps in the recovery of joints and muscles
- It improves overall physical performance
TB-500: The Recovery & Repair Peptide
TB-500 is a synthetic analog of the natural peptide Thymosin Beta-4, which has been proven to be associated with cell regeneration and repair. It is applied in sports medicine and anti-aging therapies to accelerate healing, reduce inflammation, and improve tissue repair.
Benefits:
- Speeds up recovery from injuries and surgeries
- Reduces inflammation and pain
- Improves muscle growth and flexibility
- Supports cardiovascular health and blood vessel formation
Tesamorelin: The Fat Loss & Anti-Aging Peptide
Tesamorelin is a growth hormone-releasing peptide (GHRP) that specifically targets visceral fat reduction and metabolic function. It stimulates the pituitary gland to release natural HGH, which enhances fat metabolism, muscle tone, and cognitive function.
Benefits:
- Reduces abdominal fat
- Enhances metabolism and energy levels
- Improves muscle tone and definition
- Supports cognitive function and memory
- Strengthens cardiovascular health
FAQS
Peptides improve skin health, support athletic recovery, enhance immune function, and address conditions like aging, weight management, and wound healing.
Peptide treatments are generally safe when administered by qualified professionals. They are often well-tolerated with minimal side effects.
Results vary depending on the type of peptide and treatment goals, but noticeable improvements often occur within a few weeks.
Peptide therapy is suitable for both men and women looking to improve skin health, boost energy, enhance recovery, or address specific health concerns.
Results vary depending on the type of peptide and treatment goals, but noticeable improvements often occur within a few weeks.
The effects can last several weeks to months, depending upon the treatment applied and individual factors. It may require repeated sessions to prolong and sustain benefits.
